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Brandon Imes Appears in Court
July 15, 2022
Brandon Imes Appears in Court
After multiple missed court dates and multiple warrants issued for his arrest, Brandon L. Imes, age 33, of Plymouth, finally…
Plea Deal for Jansen Man Accused of Third Offense DUI
July 15, 2022
Plea Deal for Jansen Man Accused of Third Offense DUI
On June 1, 2022, 78-year-old Jansen resident Danny Garton appeared in Jefferson County Court. Linda Bauer was the presiding judge.Garton…
Plea Agreement for Fairbury Woman Charged with Violating Protection Order Twice
July 15, 2022
Plea Agreement for Fairbury Woman Charged with Violating Protection Order Twice
Christina D. Weidner, age 34, of Fairbury, appeared in Jefferson County Court on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Linda Bauer was…
Suspect Charged with Breaking Windows and Resisting Arrest Reaches Plea Agreement
July 15, 2022
Suspect Charged with Breaking Windows and Resisting Arrest Reaches Plea Agreement
Dalton D. Vivier, age 27, appeared in Jefferson County Court on Wednesday, July 13. Linda Bauer was the presiding judge.Vivier…
Solar-Powered Cars Passed Through County
July 12, 2022
Solar-Powered Cars Passed Through County
Several cars were seen stopped in Jefferson County for refueling. Normally not an atypical sight, except for the fuel: sunlight.The…
Commissioners See Only Two Options: Cut Services Or Raise Taxes
July 12, 2022
Commissioners See Only Two Options: Cut Services Or Raise Taxes
By Reagan ConnellyFew subjects are more contentious in Nebraska politics than property taxes. For local governments struggling with ever-increasing inflation,…
Questions Of Transparency, Open Meetings Act
Violations Hover Over Jansen Village Board
Questions Of Transparency, Open Meetings Act
Violations Hover Over Jansen Village Board
July 12, 2022
Questions Of Transparency, Open Meetings Act
Violations Hover Over Jansen Village Board
By FJN StaffAt a meeting of the Village Board of Jansen on Monday, June 6, 2022, one member of the…
Wymore May Not Receive Federal Disaster Funds
July 8, 2022
Wymore May Not Receive Federal Disaster Funds
By Gordon HopkinsWhile much damage was done in southern Gage County by a storm in June, it does not appear…
Former City Attorney Prepares for his New Role as District Court Judge
July 8, 2022
Former City Attorney Prepares for his New Role as District Court Judge
By Gordon HopkinsNewly appointed judge David J.A. Bargen sat in on proceedings during Jefferson County District Court to observe the…